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Boss 302 vs GT350 perf numbers.
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<blockquote data-quote="302 Hi Pro" data-source="post: 15189718" data-attributes="member: 129506"><p>This thread has some interesting twist, especially the Camaro being tossed out there for discussion. A few points come to my mind.</p><p></p><p>First, the Shelby GT350 is no Boss 302. And, it's not meant to be. It is the next level, the evolution of the Mustang Sports Car. (Mustang Sports Car? I know. . . . I had to wrap my head around that concept as well.)</p><p></p><p>The Shelby GT350 is a better car in automotive technology advancements with the FPC 5.2L as its center piece. Magna Ride, electronic user interface, etc. She is a great car, and the R? Well let's just say that everything Ford learned about the Boss 302 racing program, made the R what it is today. The R is by far the most advanced track ready production Mustang ever produced.</p><p></p><p>I'm also happy to see the Shelby GT350R-C finished 1-2 on the podium at Daytona to start off the 2016 race season. IIRC, It took 8-10 months of continued development for Ford Racing and MultiMatic to dominate their class culminating in 3 Championships by Paul Brown and Tiger Racing in 2012. The Boss race cars were so dominant on the track, that a mid-season Rule change was enacted to restrict the intakes of the Boss cars to allow more competitive racing. </p><p></p><p>Again, IMO the Shelby GT 350 TP and the R, are great cars and destined to become Legondary cars. </p><p></p><p>I think, most everyone on this Forum can agree on one thing. Our passion for Mustang Performance. But these days, (the resurgence of Detroit Muscle Cars), are limited. We once thought as the 60's and early 70's as the Golden Years for Detroit Muscle, but new Fed regulations, insurance cost a gas prices killed that era. We live in the good old days right now. However, the 2018-19 Federal EPA CAFE requirements are coming and I wonder if these times are limited as well.</p><p></p><p>Fast forward to 2016. The next Gen Camaro is coming to market, so I went to Chevy.com, selected Camaro, then Build and price. I was surprised to learn that for 41k you can build a 1SS 6.2L 455 HP/ 455 lbs ft TQ Camaro with good performance options like MagnaRide, Brembos, and Recaro's, etc. I'm sure as GM development continues, a new track oriented 1LE, (v. GT350), and a new track capable Z/28, (v. R), models will be offered to compete with Ford.</p><p></p><p>The Spirit of Competition, it improves the Breed. We, as Ford Enthusiast benefit greatly from Ford's, GM's and FCA's ongoing desire to Beat the Other Guy!</p><p></p><p>As for the Boss 302? Our cars will forever be etched in the annals of Ford Performance history as the breakout car of the time that transformed the modern Mustang for pure Driver's excitement! Just remember the competitive offerings "of the day" when the first production 2012 Boss 302's were introduced in late 2010, early 2011. Yes, it was a 2012 Boss 302 that out performed all other competitive offerings, and the Boss 302 lit up the Automotive press with rave reviews.</p><p></p><p>But the truth is, the 2012/13 Boss 302 is old performance technology, so if one should compare the Boss 302 to the new Shelby GT350, I believe it is a testament to the level of performance offered by the Boss.</p><p></p><p>I've had my 2012 KB Boss 302 for just over 4 years now and she still delivers excitement every time I twist the key.</p><p></p><p>What ever you drive, have fun and enjoy it.</p><p>302 Hi Pro</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="302 Hi Pro, post: 15189718, member: 129506"] This thread has some interesting twist, especially the Camaro being tossed out there for discussion. A few points come to my mind. First, the Shelby GT350 is no Boss 302. And, it's not meant to be. It is the next level, the evolution of the Mustang Sports Car. (Mustang Sports Car? I know. . . . I had to wrap my head around that concept as well.) The Shelby GT350 is a better car in automotive technology advancements with the FPC 5.2L as its center piece. Magna Ride, electronic user interface, etc. She is a great car, and the R? Well let's just say that everything Ford learned about the Boss 302 racing program, made the R what it is today. The R is by far the most advanced track ready production Mustang ever produced. I'm also happy to see the Shelby GT350R-C finished 1-2 on the podium at Daytona to start off the 2016 race season. IIRC, It took 8-10 months of continued development for Ford Racing and MultiMatic to dominate their class culminating in 3 Championships by Paul Brown and Tiger Racing in 2012. The Boss race cars were so dominant on the track, that a mid-season Rule change was enacted to restrict the intakes of the Boss cars to allow more competitive racing. Again, IMO the Shelby GT 350 TP and the R, are great cars and destined to become Legondary cars. I think, most everyone on this Forum can agree on one thing. Our passion for Mustang Performance. But these days, (the resurgence of Detroit Muscle Cars), are limited. We once thought as the 60's and early 70's as the Golden Years for Detroit Muscle, but new Fed regulations, insurance cost a gas prices killed that era. We live in the good old days right now. However, the 2018-19 Federal EPA CAFE requirements are coming and I wonder if these times are limited as well. Fast forward to 2016. The next Gen Camaro is coming to market, so I went to Chevy.com, selected Camaro, then Build and price. I was surprised to learn that for 41k you can build a 1SS 6.2L 455 HP/ 455 lbs ft TQ Camaro with good performance options like MagnaRide, Brembos, and Recaro's, etc. I'm sure as GM development continues, a new track oriented 1LE, (v. GT350), and a new track capable Z/28, (v. R), models will be offered to compete with Ford. The Spirit of Competition, it improves the Breed. We, as Ford Enthusiast benefit greatly from Ford's, GM's and FCA's ongoing desire to Beat the Other Guy! As for the Boss 302? Our cars will forever be etched in the annals of Ford Performance history as the breakout car of the time that transformed the modern Mustang for pure Driver's excitement! Just remember the competitive offerings "of the day" when the first production 2012 Boss 302's were introduced in late 2010, early 2011. Yes, it was a 2012 Boss 302 that out performed all other competitive offerings, and the Boss 302 lit up the Automotive press with rave reviews. But the truth is, the 2012/13 Boss 302 is old performance technology, so if one should compare the Boss 302 to the new Shelby GT350, I believe it is a testament to the level of performance offered by the Boss. I've had my 2012 KB Boss 302 for just over 4 years now and she still delivers excitement every time I twist the key. What ever you drive, have fun and enjoy it. 302 Hi Pro [/QUOTE]
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